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Whiting accepts 'mitigating circumstances' led to Vettel rant
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Charlie Whiting says he understands that “mitigating circumstances” led to Sebastian Vettel's radio outburst at the Mexican Grand Prix, but admits the expletive-ridden rant directed at him was “unfortunate”. Growing frustration at Max Verstappen for not yielding a place he feels was his resulted in the Ferrari star swearing at both the Red Bull driver and FIA race director in the final laps of the race. Vettel immediately apologised to the FIA race director after the grand prix. The govening body still considered calling the four-time world champion in front of the International Tribunal but eventually elected against it after Vettel sent apology letters to...
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